Ingredients

  • 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
  • 3/4 cup warm milk (110° to 115°)
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1/3 cup shortening
  • 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Method

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add milk, sugar, shortening, lemon zest, salt, lemon juice, eggs and 1-1/2 cups flour. Beat on low speed for 30 seconds. Beat on high for 3 minutes. Stir in remaining flour (batter will be thick). Do not knead. Cover; let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
  • Stir dough down. Fill greased muffin cups half full. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes.
  • Combine sugar and cinnamon; sprinkle over the dough. Bake at 375° for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks. Serve warm.